夏休み
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Compound noun: 夏 (natsu, 'summer') + 休み (yasumi, 'vacation / Break'). Refers to the summer holiday period, especially for schools and some workplaces. Used in phrases like 『夏休みに行く』 (natsu yasumi ni iku, 'to go on summer vacation').
Theme
Two coworkers, Mika and User, are discussing their upcoming summer vacation plans during a lunch break at the office.
夏休み
なつやすみ
summer vacation
Culture & SocietySchool & Education
Memory Hook
Think of 'summer vacation' as a time to 'yasu' (rest) — 夏休み (natsu yasumi, 'summer vacation') combines 夏 (natsu, 'summer') and 休み (yasumi, 'rest / Break').
Cultural Note
In Japan, 『夏休み』 (natsu yasumi, 'summer vacation') for students typically lasts about 6 weeks from late July to early September. It's a popular time for travel, summer homework, and participating in local festivals.
Forms
Base: 夏休みCompound noun: 夏 (natsu, 'summer') + 休み (yasumi, 'vacation / Break'). Refers to the summer holiday period, especially for schools and some workplaces. Used in phrases like 『夏休みに行く』 (natsu yasumi ni iku, 'to go on summer vacation').